Slap Like Mark King? Stuart Clayton Nails the Slap Bass Line on “Almost There”
Mark King's "Almost There" bass line is no easy feat—Stuart Clayton dissects its complex slap grooves and fretting-hand tricks in this must-watch cover.
Top 10 in Bass This Week: NAMM 2025 Standouts, Linda May Han Oh, a Funky Bass Lesson, and More
This week’s top 10 in bass features NAMM 2025 gear standouts, Linda May Han Oh’s fearless approach, and a lesson on John Kahn’s funky groove.
What Happens When MonoNeon and Les Claypool Jam? This Video Has the Answer
MonoNeon won the Future of Bass Award at the 2025 Bass Magazine Awards, presented by Les Claypool. The two legends celebrated with an electrifying jam.
Simon Oslender, Steve Gadd & Will Lee Deliver an Electrifying Masterclass on “All That Matters”
Simon Oslender teams up with legendary drummer Steve Gadd and bassist Will Lee for "All That Matters," delivering an electrifying masterclass in groove and musicianship.
Bass Gear Roundup: January 2025’s Top 10 Releases That Made Waves
January 2025 was packed with exciting bass gear releases from NAMM, including new models from Fender, Ibanez, and more. Here are the top 10.
Charles Berthoud and Zander Zon Reimagine Hans Zimmer’s “Interstellar” in Mind-Blowing Collab
Charles Berthoud and Zander Zon team up for a stunning take on Hans Zimmer's "Interstellar" theme, delivering a bass-driven performance that's as intricate as it is powerful.
Ilse de Vries Locks In with a Killer Groove on “Dark Matter”
Ilse de Vries lays down a deep, fat groove in "Dark Matter," her latest video with Humble Heroes. This performance is a must-watch for bass lovers.
Hiromi’s Sonicwonder Unleashes “Balloon Pop” Live – Featuring Hadrien Feraud’s Solo
Hiromi's Sonicwonder delivers an electrifying live take on "Balloon Pop" at Blue Note Tokyo, featuring a jaw-dropping bass solo from Hadrien Feraud. Watch the full performance and get a taste of their upcoming album, "Out There."
Watch Vincen Garcia’s Jaw-Dropping Bass Performance at NAMM 2025
Vincen Garcia delivered a jaw-dropping bass performance at NAMM 2025, captivating the crowd with his unmatched skill and energy at the Pitbull Strings booth. Watch the must-see video to experience his brilliance firsthand.
Watch Jesus Molina, Mohini Dei & Roni Kaspi’s Unmissable NAMM 2025 Performance
Jesus Molina, Mohini Dei, and Roni Kaspi teamed up at NAMM 2025 for an electrifying performance at the Nord booth, delivering jaw-dropping grooves and dynamic interplay. Watch them perform "Guadalquivir/Tiburon," "Pichi," and "Worthy Lamb" in this must-see video.
Nathan East’s Funk-Filled Performance at Billboard Live Japan (2015) Is a Must-See
Nathan East and his Band of Brothers delivered a groove-heavy performance of "Daft Funk" at Billboard Live Japan in 2015. Featuring an all-star lineup, this electrifying set showcases East’s signature style alongside Jack Lee, Michael Thompson, and more.
11-Year-Old Bassist Impresses with Steely Dan’s “Peg” – Chuck Rainey Would Be Proud!
Meet 11-year-old bassist Biff McBlain, who takes on Chuck Rainey's iconic bass line in Steely Dan's "Peg" with impressive skill. His first attempt at slap technique, shared by his father, has caught our attention — watch and see why!











